• Shellfish Shears - Zyliss UK
  • Shellfish Shears - Zyliss UK
  • Shellfish Shears - Zyliss UK
  • Shellfish Shears - Zyliss UK

Shellfish Shears

£15.00
£15.00 -31%
£22.00
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Shears designed to cut through shells without damaging the meat
  • Curved stainless steel blades for clean cuts
  • Spring-loaded handle reduces hand strain
  • Non-slip grip for control with wet hands
  • Easy to clean and store

The Zyliss Shellfish Shears make preparing lobster, crab, and prawns fast, safe, and mess-free. The curved stainless steel blades are designed to glide through shells without damaging the delicate meat inside. A spring-loaded handle reduces hand fatigue and offers smooth control, while the non-slip grip ensures comfort, even with wet or slippery hands. Perfect for seafood lovers who want to enjoy shellfish without the fuss.

Dishwasher Safe

5 Years

We aim to ship orders within 2 business days of order confirmation. Most UK mainland addresses can expect next-day delivery after dispatch, but remote or non-mainland locations may take longer. Please allow 3-5 business days from order confirmation for delivery.


If you’re not completely satisfied, you can return your product within 14 days of purchase for a full refund, including original shipping costs.


For full details, please visit our Delivery & Returns page.

frequently purchased with

features

Curved Shearing Scissors

Curved, serrated blade easily cuts through shell without damaging the meat

Integrated Cracker

Built-in cracker helps break hard shells on lobster and crab with ease

Dishwasher Safe

Easy to clean with a durable, dishwasher safe construction

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frequently asked questions

These shears are ideal for a variety of shellfish including lobster, crab, prawns, and langoustines. The curved blades are specially designed to cut through shells without damaging the delicate meat inside.

No, the curved stainless steel blades are designed to cut cleanly through the shell while keeping the meat intact and presentable.

Yes, the blades are made from high-quality stainless steel for durability, sharpness, and resistance to rust and corrosion.

Yes, the shears feature a spring-loaded mechanism and ergonomic, non-slip handles to reduce hand fatigue and provide excellent grip—even with wet or slippery hands.

Yes, the symmetrical handle design allows for comfortable use by both right- and left-handed users.

Yes, the Zyliss Shellfish Shears are dishwasher safe, though handwashing is recommended to maintain blade sharpness over time.

While they don’t include a blade lock, the compact design allows them to be stored easily in a kitchen drawer or with other utensils.

They’re designed specifically for shellfish, but they may also be helpful for cutting kitchen twine, opening food packaging, or snipping herbs, though this may dull the blades faster.

Yes, the shears are a great tool for home cooks and seafood enthusiasts, but they are also suitable for professional kitchens looking for a reliable shellfish solution.